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Golf pro Stephen Arnold succeeded in his goal of playing 100 holes of golf in a single day to benefit families involved with First 1,000 Days Suncoast.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 4, 2026
Golfing feat makes a difference for area families

Golf expert Stephen Arnold, an instructor at the Longboat Key Club and Resort, plays 100 holes in a day to benefit First 1,000 Days Suncoast.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ann-Marie Thompson and Cheryl Mulherin, attendees at the St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church Women's Guild new members luncheon on Jan. 29, applaud the soon-to-be-outgoing board members.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 2, 2026
New Women's Guild members share stories of togetherness

From planning for a Valentine's Day art fest to reviewing scholarship fundraising efforts, guild members prepped for the 2026 season.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The one, the only, the Brownie Ice Cream Stack at Michael's on East.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • February 1, 2026
When Cupid calls, these Sarasota eateries have chocolatey answers

Get sweet at breakfast, lunch and dinner during Celebration of Chocolate Month (aka February).

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Carter Evans has hit his stride as a scorer for Riverview boys basketball with three games of 26-plus points in his last four, as of Jan. 12.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • January 13, 2026
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Carter Evans

The junior forward has exploded offensively as of late for Riverview boys basketball.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
All sidewalk murals at Avenue of Art in Burns Court have been removed per order of the Florida Department of Transportation, including this one by artist Beck Lane.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 28, 2025
YourObserver.com's most-read stories of 2025 typically connected with deeper issues

Big-picture issues, such as new trash cans and disappearing art, strike a chord with readers. But there were exceptions in this year's top headlines.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bobby Bonilla is now a Sarasota resident after 16 years in the bigs. He's a 1997 World Series champion and six-time All-Star, among other accomplishments.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • February 12, 2026
Bobby Bonilla pays a visit to Visible Men Academy

The former MLB player spoke with students as the school's Visible Man of the Month.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Sutton Odegard is the 2026 FHSAA Class 3A-Region 6 champion in Olympic style for the 119-pound weight class.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • February 3, 2026
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Sutton Odegard

For the first time, the senior for Riverview girls weightlifting is headed to states.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
There was some tough competition in this year's Superb Owl "Most Valuable Predator" contest. Wanda, one of the bird rescue's resident barred owls, won the title of "Best Defense."
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 10, 2026
Whoooo is the MVP of Save Our Seabirds' owlery?

City Island's bird rescue center called on community members to help decide which of its feathered friends would take the title.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By The Sarasota Ballet |
  • January 23, 2026
Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable

The Sarasota Ballet presents the world premiere of "The Waiting Room" January 30 to February 2 at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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Officer Michael Skinner (representing honoree Ron Dixon) of the Sarasota Police Department; Rotary Club president Pam Akins; Lieutenant Bruce King of the Sarasota Police Department; and honoree Gabe Gadah of Sarasota County Fire Department gather together.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 3, 2026
Rotary Club of Sarasota hosts first awards ceremony for first responders

The club honored two individuals from the Sarasota Police Department and one from the Sarasota County Fire Department for their service to the community.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Longboat Island Chapel, at 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, could lend some of its space to serve as a community center for north-end residents.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • January 21, 2026
Church may offer space for north-end Longboat community center

“The stars have aligned” as the newest potential space for a north-end community center has been identified.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jamie Saunders, Corrie Owens and Alan Kim star in FSU/Asolo Conservatory's production of "Exit, Pursued by a Bear."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 11, 2026
A wolf enters and a bear exits in twin FSU/Asolo Conservatory plays

"Wolf at the Door" and "Exit, Pursued by a Bear" follow women who escape the shackles of domestic abuse.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Anti Aging & Ketamine Center |
  • January 15, 2026
What a Perimenopausal Woman and a Former Athlete Learned About Weight Loss

Why Personalization Changes Everything.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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Longboat Key Democratic Club President Lucie Lapovsky (right) updates the 160 attendees on new initiatives the Club is starting soon at a luncheon Tuesday, Feb. 10.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • February 14, 2026
Longboat Key Democratic Club to launch newsletter, raise funds for flippable races

Club President Lucie Lapovsky shared new initiatives with about 160 attendees at the most recent luncheon.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Waldorf Astoria Residences Sarasota will offer views of Sarasota Bay and beyond from its Five Points location.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 12, 2026
Developer introduces luxury-branded downtown condo tower

Waldorf Astoria Residences is the latest hospitality-branded condominium tower to come to Sarasota, joining world-renowned global locations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Manatee County Library Services Manager Tammy Parrott and Sue Ann Miller, president of the Friends of the Lakewood Ranch Library, believe the second floor of the facility will be put to good use.
  • By Emily Leinfuss |
  • February 16, 2026
Lakewood Ranch Library is about to reach new heights

The Lakewood Ranch Library, a major community success already, is looking to do more by looking up — to another floor.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota police executed a warrant at this home at 1579 28th St., resulting in multiple arrests.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 14, 2026
Sarasota raid nets additional felony arrests

While executing a search and arrest warrant at a home, Sarasota police make additional arrests on weapons, drugs and sex charges.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Livia Zamperlini-Ramos (left), Anna Chop (center) and Bailey Loring (right) share some joy while singing "Last Christmas."
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • December 24, 2025
Lakewood Ranch wrestlers give back to their community through caroling

The Mustangs traded singlets for singing at Cypress Springs Gracious Retirement Living.

  • East County
  • Sports
Longboaters share their treasured holiday traditions, large and small
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • December 23, 2025
Longboaters share their treasured holiday traditions, large and small

From faux sleigh bells to tacos for Christmas dinner, residents serve up a heaping of their memories and rituals.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sunshine, salt and tequila — what else does this foodie need to find the best margaritas in town? Oh, a side of Bad Bunny blaring too.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • February 15, 2026
A Floridian's guide to National Margarita Day

Come Feb. 22, you'll find me celebrating this holiday with salt on the rim.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
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